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Hong Kong court convicts Wall Street Journal publisher Dow Jones Publishing for preventing journalist Selina Cheng from exercising her trade-union rights, a landmark ruling that raises an uncomfortable question for Nigeria: what happens when management treats workers and labour leaders as a problem simply because they organise, represent colleagues and challenge decisions affecting their welfare? […]

The Seyi Makinde traditional rulers controversy has generated serious conversations across Oyo State and beyond, particularly over the governor’s warning that traditional rulers should stay away from partisan politics. The principle itself is understandable. A traditional ruler is expected to be a father to everyone, irrespective of political affiliation. The palace should remain a respected […]

BCOS MEDIA CITY IN THE ABYSS In May 2018, Vanguard published a story that captured what could have become one of the most ambitious economic transformations ever conceived for the Broadcasting Corporation of Oyo State (BCOS). The headline was striking: “With Ooni’s support, we want to turn Ibadan into the Yoruba multi-billion-dollar media, entertainment hub.” […]

By Our Correspondent UNREMITTED BCOS OYSHIA DEDUCTIONS Workers of the Broadcasting Corporation of Oyo State (BCOS) are facing renewed concerns over access to healthcare under the Oyo State Health Insurance Agency (OYSHIA) scheme, with some members of staff reportedly unable to access their healthcare packages. The concern became more pronounced after an affected BCOS worker […]